JP2022000190A - Control method of clothing treatment device - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a control method of clothing treatment device capable of removing residual water leaked from a water supply tank.SOLUTION: A clothing treatment device includes a case, a door and a steam unit. The clothing treatment device also includes a heat pump unit positioned in a cycle chamber and constituted so as to circulate and condition the air of a treatment chamber. The clothing treatment device also includes a water supply tank installed in a tank installation space, connected to the steam unit and constituted so as to supply water to the steam unit. The clothing treatment device also includes a drain tank installed in the tank installation space in a separable manner, and constituted so as to store condensate water generated at least in one of the treatment chamber and the heat pump unit. The clothing treatment device also includes a water supply water level sensor. The clothing treatment device further includes a drain water level sensor.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 14

Description

The present invention (disclosure) relates to a control method for a garment processing apparatus.

The garment processing device means all devices for managing garments, such as washing, drying, and removing wrinkles of garments at home or in the laundry.

For example, the clothes processing device includes a washing machine for washing clothes, a dryer for drying clothes, a washing machine for both washing and drying, a refresher for refreshing clothes, and clothes. Steamer that removes unwanted wrinkles
and so on.

A refresher is a device for making clothes comfortable and fresh, such as drying clothes, supplying scent to clothes, preventing static electricity from clothes, and removing wrinkles from clothes. Responsible for the function of.

A steamer is a device that generally supplies steam to clothes to remove wrinkles from clothes, and unlike a general iron, removes wrinkles from clothes without directly applying heat to the clothes.

An object of the contents disclosed in this application is to provide a method for controlling a garment treatment device capable of removing residual water leaked from a water supply tank.

According to an innovative aspect of the content described in this application, the control method of the clothing processing apparatus is a processing chamber configured to contain clothing, a cycle chamber configured to contain mechanical equipment, and the like. And a case partitioned in a tank installation space configured to house a separable tank, a steam unit located in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber, and the tank installation. A water supply tank installed in a space, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit, and a water supply pump configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit. A lower rack arranged in the tank installation space and configured to be coupled to the water supply tank, and defined by the lower rack and configured to be connected to the steam unit to supply water to the steam unit. A method of controlling a clothing treatment apparatus including (providing) a storage space configured to store residual water discharged by separation of the water supply tank, wherein the water level of the water supply tank is controlled. The stage of sensing, the stage of determining whether the water level of the water supply tank is below the first specific water level by sensing the water level of the water supply tank, and the stage of determining whether the water level of the water supply tank is below the first specific water level are determined. This includes the step of operating the water supply pump and moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit.

The control method can have one or more additional features such as: The control method is a step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after detecting the water level of the water supply tank before moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. Can include. In the control method, the residual water stored in the accommodation space is used.
A step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after moving the water supply pump to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump is included. The step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump includes operating the water supply pump for a predetermined time.

At the stage of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump, it is determined that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit, and the water supply It includes stopping the operation of the water supply pump by determining that all the water in the tank has moved to the steam unit.
The water level in the steam unit is the second specific water level at the stage of sensing the water level in the steam unit, by sensing the water level in the steam unit, and before sensing the water level in the water supply tank. Including the stage of determining whether or not. The step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank includes sensing the water level of the water supply tank by determining that the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the second specific water level. The accommodation space is connected to the tank installation space. The lower rack further includes a water pocket that projects into the tank installation space and is configured to support the water supply tank by attaching the water supply tank, and the inside of the water pocket further defines the accommodation space. ..

The lower rack further includes a water barrier protruding upward from the water pocket, and the inside of the water barrier further defines the accommodation space. The lower rack is connected to a drain tank configured to store condensed water, a lower base configured to mount the water supply tank, and the lower base, and tanks the cycle chamber along the tank module frame. A lower back that partitions the installation space, and a lower partition wall that partitions the first installation portion configured to mount the water supply tank from the second installation portion configured to mount the drain tank.
The first installation unit further defines the accommodation space.

According to another innovative aspect of the content described in this application, the clothing processing device is configured to have a processing chamber configured to hang clothing inside, and a mechanical device installed inside. A case partitioned by a cycle chamber and a tank installation space configured to install a separable tank inside, and steam disposed in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber. A unit, a water supply tank installed in the tank installation space, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit, and a water supply tank configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit. A water supply pump, a lower rack arranged in the tank installation space and configured to be separably coupled to the water supply tank, and a lower rack defined by the lower rack and configured to be connected to the steam unit. A storage space configured to supply water to the steam unit and to store residual water discharged by separation of the water supply tank, the control method of the clothing treatment apparatus comprises the steam unit. The step of sensing the water level in the steam unit, the step of determining whether the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the first specific water level based on the sensing of the water level in the steam unit, and the step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank. Based on the stage and the detection of the water level in the water supply tank, the stage of determining whether the water level in the water supply tank is the second specific water level, and the stage of determining whether the water level in the water supply tank is the second specific water level or less. Thereby, by operating the water supply pump, all the residual water stored in the accommodation space is moved to the steam unit, and all the water stored in the water supply tank is moved to the water supply unit. ..

According to another innovative aspect of the content described in this application, the garment processing equipment is a processing chamber configured to contain garments, a cycle chamber configured to contain mechanical equipment, and a separation. In the case partitioned into the tank installation space configured to house possible tanks, the steam unit located in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber, and the tank installation space. A water supply tank installed, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit, a water supply pump configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit, and a case. A lower rack installed in the water supply tank and configured to be coupled to the water supply tank, and a lower rack defined by the lower rack and configured to be coupled to the water supply tank.
A storage space configured to store the residual water discharged during the separation process of the water supply tank is defined.
A water pocket that defines the flow path connected to the accommodation space and the steam unit,
In the control method of the clothing treatment apparatus, whether the water level in the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the first specific water level based on the step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank and the sensing of the water level in the water supply tank. And a step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump by determining that the water level in the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the first specific water level. And, including.

The control method can have one or more additional features such as: The lower rack is connected to the lower base to which a drain tank configured to store condensed water and the water supply tank are attached, and the cycle chamber is divided into a tank installation space and a partition along the tank module frame. A lower partition wall for partitioning the first installation portion configured to mount the water supply tank from the second installation portion configured to mount the drain tank. 1 Installation section further defines the accommodation space.

The control method is a step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after detecting the water level of the water supply tank before moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. Further included. The control method further includes a step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. The step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump is to determine that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit, and to determine that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit. Includes stopping the operation of the water supply pump based on determining that all of the water has moved to the steam unit.

The control method is a step of sensing the water level in the steam unit, by sensing the water level in the steam unit, and before sensing the water level in the water supply tank, the water level in the steam unit is first. 2 Further includes the stage of determining whether the water level is specific. The step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank includes sensing the water level of the water supply tank by determining that the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the second specific water level. The step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump includes operating the water supply pump for a predetermined time.

The control method of the garment processing device has the following effects.

First, since the residual water discharged during the separation process of the water supply tank and stored in the storage space is moved to the steam unit, there is an advantage that the residual water is prevented from overflowing from the storage space when the water supply tank is installed. ..

Secondly, when the low water level of the water supply tank is determined, all the residual water stored in the storage space and the water remaining in the water supply tank are moved to the steam unit, so that the residual water in the storage space can be reliably removed. There is an advantage.

Third, when the user replenishes the water in the water supply tank in order to move all the residual water stored in the accommodation space and the water remaining in the water supply tank to the steam unit when the low water level of the water supply tank is determined. It also has the advantage of maximizing the amount of stored water.

Fourth, when removing the residual water in the accommodation space, the maximum amount of usable water is stored inside the steam unit, so there is an advantage that the number of times of water replenishment can be reduced.

Fifth, since the lower partition wall divides the installation space of the water supply tank and the drain tank, there is an advantage that the residual water discharge can be minimized.

It is a perspective view which shows an example of the clothes processing apparatus. It is an exploded perspective view which shows an example of a cycle assembly. It is a perspective view which shows an example of a cycle assembly. It is an exploded perspective view which shows an example of a water supply tank. It is a partial decomposition perspective view which shows an example of a water supply tank. It is sectional drawing which shows an example of a check assembly. It is a side sectional view which shows an example of a water supply tank. It is a perspective view which shows an example of a drain tank. It is a partial decomposition perspective view which shows an example of a drain tank. It is a side sectional view which shows an example of a drain tank. It is a perspective view which shows an example of a lower rack. It is a perspective view which shows an example of a lower rack. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the control method of the clothes processing apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the control method of the clothes processing apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the control method of the clothes processing apparatus.

FIG. 1 describes an example of a garment processing device. 2 and 3 illustrate an example of a cycle assembly. 4, FIG. 5 and FIG. 7 explain an example of a water supply tank. FIG. 6 illustrates an example of a check assembly. 8, 9, and 10 show an example of a drain tank.

In some embodiments, the garment processing device includes a case 10 and a door 20 that opens and closes the front surface of the case 10.

The inside of the case 10 is vertically partitioned by a separation plate 11. A processing chamber 12 on which clothes are hung is formed on the upper side of the separation plate 11. A cycle chamber 14 in which a mechanical device is installed is formed under the separation plate 11.

Clothes are hung on the processing chamber 12, and wrinkles and odors are removed from the clothes by steam or air circulation.

In the cycle chamber 14, the air blowing unit 30 for circulating the air in the processing chamber 12, the steam unit 40 for providing steam to the processing chamber 12, and the air in the processing chamber 12 are harmonized, for example, cooling and heating. Or, a heat pump unit 50 for dehumidifying and a control unit 60 for controlling the units 30, 40, 50 are installed.

An assembly of mechanical devices for driving each step of the garment processing device, such as the blower unit 30, the steam unit 40, the heat pump unit 50, the control unit 60, etc., is defined as a cycle assembly in some embodiments.
The blower unit 30 includes a blower fan 32 and an inlet duct 34.

The inlet duct 34 is installed on the suction side of the blower fan 32, and guides the air in the processing chamber 12 to the blower fan 32.

The blower fan 32 causes air to flow by the rotation of the fan, and the processing chamber 1
After sucking in air from 2, it is discharged to the heat pump unit 50.

The steam unit 40 generates heat due to the applied power supply, and the water supply tank 8 described later
Water is supplied from 0, converting water into steam. The generated steam is the processing chamber 12
Is spit out.

In some embodiments, the processing chamber 1 is passed through the heat pump unit 50.
The flow path is configured to flow to 2.

The heat pump unit 50 includes a refrigeration cycle including a compressor, a condenser, an evaporator, and an expansion valve. The heat pump unit 50 can discharge cooled air or heated air into the inside of the processing chamber 12 depending on the operation mode.

In some embodiments, the heat pump unit 50 is capable of removing moisture from the air supplied by the blower unit 30.

A tank module 70 for storing water is installed in front of the cycle chamber 14. The tank module 70 includes a water supply tank 80 that supplies water to the steam unit 40 and a drain tank 9 that collects and stores condensed water generated in the treatment chamber 12.
Includes 0.
The water in the water supply tank 80 flows to the steam unit 40 through the water supply pump 45.

The condensed water generated in the treatment chamber 12 flows to the lower side of the treatment chamber by its own weight, and then flows to the drain tank 90 through the drain pump 46. The condensed water generated by the heat pump unit 50 also flows into the drain tank 90 through the drain pump 46.
The water supply pump 45 or the drain pump 46 is controlled by the control unit 60.

In some embodiments, the tank module frame 71 is installed on the front side of the inlet duct 34.

A tank installation space 73 is formed between the tank module frame 71 and the door 20. The tank module frame 71 is coupled to the separation plate 11 to separate the cycle chamber 14 from the outside.

A tank support bar 75 that interferes with at least one of the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 is installed on the front side of the tank installation space 73.

The tank support bar 75 prevents the water supply tank 80 or the drain tank 90 from being unexpectedly separated in the tank installation space 73. The tank support bar 75 supports the front of the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90.

This prevents the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 from being separated from the tank installation space 73 when the door 20 is opened and closed.

In some embodiments, the lower end of the water supply tank 80 is placed at the upper end of the tank support bar 75. The lower end of the drain tank 90 is placed on the upper end of the tank support bar 75.

At least one of the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 is formed with a tank support end 79 that interferes with the tank support bar 75.
The tank support end 79 is formed by recessing.

The front surface of the tank support bar 75 and the water supply tank 80 can form a continuous surface by the tank support end 79. The tank support bar 7 by the tank support end 79
The front surface of the drain tank 90 and the drain tank 90 can form a continuous surface.

The water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 are arranged in the tank installation space 73, and are arranged in parallel on the left and right sides. The water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 are exposed to the user when the door 20 is opened.

The user can pull out the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90.
The water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 are separable from the tank module frame 71. The water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 are removable in the tank installation space 73.

The water supply tank 80 is connected to the steam unit 40 to supply water, and the drain tank 90 is connected to the treatment chamber 12 to store water flowing in from the treatment chamber 12 or the heat pump unit 50.

The water supply tank 80 includes a tank body 82 formed with an open front surface, a tank cover 84 coupled to the front surface of the tank body 82, a decorative cover 86 coupled to the tank cover 84, and the tank body 82. It includes a water supply check valve 110 that opens and closes a flow path connected to the steam unit 40, and a water supply water level sensor 100 that detects the water level of the water stored in the tank body 82.

The tank body 82 is formed with an opening on the front surface, and the water supply water level sensor 10 is formed inside.
0 is placed.
The upper end of the tank body 82 on the back side has a round shape.
The tank body 82 minimizes interference with the separation plate 11 during attachment / detachment.

The round shape allows the user to pull out and pull in the water tank 80 located on the lower side.

In some embodiments, the water supply level sensor 100 is the tank body 82.
A floater 102 installed inside the above and moving in the vertical direction depending on the water level, and a floater case 105 installed in the tank body 82 in which the floater 102 is arranged inside.
A sensor 104 installed on the tank module frame 71 and detecting the floater 102 is included.

A magnetic is arranged in the floater 102, and the sensor 104 senses the magnetic force of the magnetic.

The sensor 104 can be installed on the front surface or the rear surface of the tank module frame 71.
The sensor 104 can be installed so as to penetrate the tank module frame 71.

Thereby, the sensor 104 may be located in any one of the cycle chamber 14, the tank installation space 73, or the tank module frame 71.

The floater 102 installed in the water supply tank 80 is located on the same line as the sensor 104, and moves to a position lower than the sensor 104 when the water level becomes low. As a result, when the sensor 104 cannot detect the floater 102, the control unit 60 outputs a water shortage signal. Even if the water shortage signal is output, steam can be sufficiently supplied within the traveling process.

Since the control unit 60 constantly senses the floater 102 using the sensor 104, it can be determined whether or not the water supply tank 80 is attached.

For example, if the user is not equipped with the water tank 80 or is short of water, the control unit 60 outputs a water shortage signal.

As a result, when the user operates the clothing processing device in the state where the water shortage signal is output, the control unit 60 does not proceed with the operation and outputs the water shortage signal to make the user confirm the water supply tank 80.

A floater installation portion 83 on which the floater 102 is installed is formed on the inner surface of the tank body 82, and the floater case 105 is installed on the floater installation portion 83.
The floater 102 can move up and down along the floater case 105 by buoyancy.

In some embodiments, the floater 10 is at a minimum water level capable of supplying one stroke of steam.
2 is installed. Even if the sensor 104 senses the floater 102 and transmits a signal regarding water shortage to the control unit 60, steam can be supplied for at least one stroke.

That is, even if a water shortage signal is detected in the steam supply process, sufficient steam can be supplied until the end of the process.

The floater case 105 in which the floater 102 is incorporated is manufactured by inserting the tank cover 84 and the tank body 82 during the DSI (Die Slide Injection) process.

Die Slide Injection (DS)
I) is for forming hollow moldings and thin plate products. Product manufacturing using this DSI process does not require post-processes such as bonding and assembly after injection molding, and it is easier to adjust the wall thickness than hollow molding or gas molding, and the surface shape and dimensional accuracy are improved. It is outstanding and has the advantage of being able to perform DSI instead of double injection or hollow molding.

Here, the tank body 82 and the tank cover 84 are manufactured by the DSI method, and the floater case 105 is insert-injected into the inside during the manufacturing process. The tank body 8
The boundaries between 2 and the tank cover 84 are combined and integrated at the time of manufacture.

A window 85 is arranged on the tank cover 84 so that the height of water can be confirmed, and a handle portion 87 formed in a recessed manner is provided so that the user can put his / her hand in and hold it.

The handle portion 87 is formed so as to be recessed from the front surface to the rear side of the tank cover 84.

A sensor fixing portion 88 is formed on the inner surface of the tank cover 84. The sensor fixing portion 88 projects from the inner surface of the tank cover 84. The sensor fixing portion 88 is brought into close contact with the floater case 105 when the tank cover 84 and the tank body 82 are connected.

Since the sensor fixing portion 88 is in close contact with the floater case 105, the floater case 105 is prevented from being detached from the floater installation portion 83.

The sensor fixing portion 88 can be manufactured integrally with the tank cover 84.

The decorative cover 86 is formed in a shape that covers the front surface of the tank cover 84, and is formed in a shape corresponding to the tank cover 84.

A water hole 81 is formed on the upper side of the tank body 82, and a water hole cover 89 for opening and closing the water hole 81 is arranged.

The water hole cover 89 is made of an elastic and flexible material, one end thereof is fixed to the tank body 82, and the other end can open and close the water hole 81 while being bent by a user's operation force.

The water supply check valve 110 includes a check valve hole 111 formed under the tank body 82 and a check assembly 112 coupled to the check valve hole 111 to interrupt and interrupt water inside the tank body 82.

The check assembly 112 is coupled to the check valve hole 111 to open and close the check housing 113 in which the check flow path 114 is formed so that water flows inside, and the check flow path 114 arranged in the check housing 113. Includes a check elastic member 116 that is located between the valve 115 and the tank body 82 to provide elastic force to the valve 115.

The valve 115 has a small diameter side protruding downward, and the tank module frame 71
Can be pushed and moved upwards when placed on. At this time, the valve 115
The check flow path 114 is opened by the movement of. When the water supply tank 80 is separated from the tank module frame 71, the check flow path 114 is closed by the elastic force of the check elastic member 116.

The drain tank 90 is functionally the same as the water supply tank 80. The drain tank 90 is arranged side by side next to the water supply tank 80.

In the drain tank 90, unlike the water supply tank 80, the drain check valve 120 is installed not on the lower side but on the back side.

Water is supplied to the water supply tank 80 through the water hole 81, and the water supply check valve 1
Drain water through 10. Condensed water is supplied to the drain tank 90 through the drain check valve 120, and the condensed water can be discharged through the water hole 81.

That is, the drain check valve 120 of the drain tank 90 can be arranged not on the flow path for discharging the condensed water but on the flow path for supplying the condensed water.

In some embodiments, the structure may be such that condensed water falls into the drain tank 90 through the water hole 81. Further, it may be manufactured so that the condensed water is automatically discharged through the drain check valve 120.

The condensed water generated in the processing chamber 12 and the condensed water generated in the heat pump unit 50 are stored in the drain tank 90.

A floater installation portion 9 in which a floater case 105 is installed inside the drain tank 90.
3 is formed.

The floater installation portion 93 is preferably located at a height at which the condensed water generated in one step is stored but the water does not overflow.

That is, the floater installation unit 93 is located at a position where all the condensed water generated in the one step does not overflow even if all the condensed water is stored in the drain tank 90.

As a result, even if the signal is detected by the drain water level sensor 101 of the drain tank 90 during operation, the water of the drain tank 90 does not overflow due to the condensed water that is further stored.

The drain water level sensor 101 of the drain tank 90 is the water supply water level sensor 1 of the water supply tank 80.
It is located higher than 00.

The drain water level sensor 101 of the drain tank 90 has the same configuration as the water supply water level sensor 100 of the water supply tank 80. However, the operating method is different from that of the water supply tank 80.

For example, the sensor 104 of the drain tank 90 does not detect the float 102, but when the water level of the condensed water rises, it senses the float 102 raised by buoyancy.

When the sensor 104 of the drain tank 90 detects the float 102, the control unit 60 outputs a water discharge signal. Even if the water discharge signal is output, the overflow of condensed water does not occur in the progressing process.

On the other hand, below the tank installation space 73, a lower rack 130 to which the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90 are attached is arranged. The lower rack 130 forms a tank installation space 73 together with the tank module frame 71.

The lower rack 130 is a component forming the lower part of the cabinet 10. The lower rack 130 is assembled with the tank module frame 71 to support the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90.

11 and 12 explain an example of a lower rack. FIG. 13 describes an example of a garment processing device.

The lower rack 130 is a component constituting the cabinet 10.

In some embodiments, the lower rack 130 is formed with a flow path connecting the water supply tank 80 and the steam unit 40. In some embodiments, the tank module frame 71 is formed with a flow path for connecting the drain tank 90 and the heat pump unit 50.

The lower rack 130 includes a lower base 132 to which a water supply tank 80 and a drain tank 90 are attached, and a lower back 134 connected to the lower base 132 and assembled with the tank module frame 71.

In some embodiments, the lower partition wall 1 for partitioning the lower base 132 to the left and right.
36 are further arranged. One side partitioned by the lower partition wall 136 is defined as the first installation unit 131, and the other side is defined as the second installation unit 133.

In some embodiments, the water supply tank 80 is attached to the first installation section 131 and the drain tank 90 is attached to the second installation section 133. In some embodiments, the lower bulkhead 136 may not be installed.

The lower back 134 forms a surface continuous with the tank module frame 71.

The lower back 134 separates the cycle chamber 14 and the tank installation space 73 together with the tank module frame 71.

The lower back 134 is orthogonal to the lower partition wall 136.

The lower partition wall 136 divides the installation space of the water supply tank 80 and the drain tank 90, and prevents interference with other tanks when the water supply tank 80 or the drain tank 90 is attached or detached.

As will be described later, when the water supply tank 80 shakes or lifts up, a small amount of water may flow out from the water supply check valve 110 to the accommodation space 141. When such a process is repeated, water exceeding the volume of the accommodation space 141 may flow out and overflow to the outside of the water pocket 140. The lower partition wall 136 has a function of preventing interference with an adjacent tank.

In some embodiments, the water pocket 140 is arranged in the first installation section 131.

The water supply tank 80 is coupled to the water pocket 140.

The water supply check valve 110 of the water supply tank 80 is inserted into the water pocket 140.

When the water supply check valve 110 is coupled to the water pocket 140, a flow path for connecting the water supply tank 80 and the steam unit 40 is formed.

The water pocket 140 stores a certain amount of water flowing out from the water supply check valve 110.

The water pocket 140 includes a pocket housing 142 formed so as to project upward from the lower base 132, and a water hole 145 formed in the pocket housing 142 and having a flow path formed so as to communicate with the steam unit 40. Includes a water barrier 146 formed in the pocket housing 142 to form a containment space 141 inside.

The water hole 145 is formed inside the pocket housing 142. The pocket housing 142 is coupled to the water supply check valve 110 of the water supply tank 80 to support the water supply tank 80.

In some embodiments, the water barrier 146 is the pocket housing 1.
It is formed so as to project upward from 42. In some embodiments, the pocket housing 142 may be recessed to form the accommodation space 141.

A small amount of water can be stored in the accommodation space 141. The water hole 145 is arranged inside the accommodation space 141. The water stored in the accommodation space 141 can flow from the water hole 145 to the steam unit 40.

The accommodation space 141 is formed so as to open toward the tank installation space 73.
A water supply tank 80 may be attached to and supported by the water barrier 146.
When the water supply tank 80 is attached to the water pocket 140, the water supply check valve 110 is maintained in an open state.

Therefore, when the water supply tank 80 is separated from the lower rack 130, a small amount of water may leak from the water supply check valve 110. The leaked water is stored in the accommodation space 141. That is, when the water supply tank 80 is separated, a small amount of water leaked in the process of closing the water supply check valve 110 may be stored in the accommodation space 141.

When the water supply tank 80 is repeatedly attached and detached, the leaked water may collect and overflow to the outside of the water pocket 140.

In some embodiments, a control method for moving the water stored in the accommodation space 141 to the steam unit 40 is embodied. This makes it possible to prevent the water in the accommodation space 141 from overflowing during the repetitive attachment / detachment process of the water supply tank 80.
The water stored in the accommodation space 141 is defined as residual water.

FIG. 14 shows an example of a control method for a garment processing device.
In some embodiments, the control method of the clothing processing apparatus is a step of sensing the water level in the steam unit 40 (S10) and a step of determining whether the water level stored in the steam unit 40 is a low water level (S20). ), When the water level in the steam unit 40 is low (S35), when the water level of the water supply tank 80 is detected (S30), and when the water level of the water supply tank 80 is low, a water replenishment error occurs. (S40) and after the S40 step, the water supply pump 45 for flowing the water in the water supply tank 80 to the steam unit 40 is operated to remove the water stored in the accommodation space 141 (S50). This includes a step (S60) in which a predetermined time elapses after the water supply pump 45 operates, and a step (S70) in which the water supply pump 45 is stopped after the elapse of the predetermined time.

The low water level means a reference value or less.

In some embodiments, the low water level of the water supply tank 80 means a state in which the sensor 104 cannot detect the floater 102.

The control method is for preventing the water stored in the accommodation space 141 from overflowing to the outside of the accommodation space 141 in the process of attaching and detaching the water supply tank 80.

In some embodiments where the water stored in the water tank 80 is insufficient, the user separates the water tank 80 from the lower rack 130 and then refills it with water. Then, the user connects the water supply tank 80 filled with water to the lower rack 130 again.

At this time, if the residual water is stored in the accommodation space 141, the water overflows outside the accommodation space 141 in the process of connecting the water supply tank 80.

In some embodiments, the control method is used before the water tank 80 is coupled.
The water stored in the accommodation space 141 is moved to the steam unit 40, and the accommodation space 14 is used.
Prevent the overflow of the residual water stored in 1.

The steps S10 to S40 are steps for notifying the user that it is the water replenishment time of the water supply tank 80.

The S10 and S20 stages sense the water level of the water stored inside the steam unit 40, and when the water stored in the steam unit 40 has a low water level, it is stored in the water supply tank 80 in the S30 stage. Sensing the water level.

When the water level of the water supply tank 80 sensed in the S30 step is also a low water level, a water replenishment alarm is generated to make the user recognize that it is the water replenishment time.

The water replenishment alarm can be performed by a display or a speaker of a clothing processing device.

Then, when the water level is determined to be low in the S35 stage, the control unit 60 operates the water supply pump 45 to flow water from the water supply tank 80 to the steam unit 40 side.

In some embodiments, the control unit 60 operates the water supply pump 45 to move all the water stored in the water supply tank 80 to the steam unit 80. When all the water in the water supply tank 80 is moved to the steam unit 80, the residual water in the accommodation space 141 can be reliably removed.

The residual water stored in the accommodation space 141 by the operation of the water supply pump 45 moves to the steam unit 40 side and is stored.

When the residual water is removed from the accommodation space 141, the user can replenish the water in the water supply tank 8.
Even if a small amount of water leaks in the process of separating 0 from the lower rack 130 and replenishing water, it is possible to prevent the residual water from overflowing to the outside of the accommodation space 141.

After the water supply pump 45 is activated, in some embodiments, the operation of the water supply pump 45 is maintained for 10 seconds in the S60 step, and the operation of the water supply pump 45 is stopped in the S70 step.

The time, for example, 10 seconds, is a time that can be taken to move all the water stored in the water supply tank 80 to the steam unit 40, and can be variously set depending on the size of the water supply tank 80.

As described above, in some embodiments in which all the water stored in the water supply tank 80 is removed, a larger amount of water can be stored when the user refills the water supply tank 80 with water.

In other words, when the user replenishes the water in the water supply tank 80 after removing all the water in the storage space 141 and the water supply tank 80 in the residual water removal process, the amount of water stored in the garment treatment device is maximized. Can be done. This can reduce the frequency with which the user refills the water supply tank 80 with water.

The steps S50 to S70 are defined as a residual water removal step (S80).

In some embodiments, the water supply pump 45 is operated for a short time to accommodate the accommodation space 1.
It is also possible to remove only the residual water stored in 41.

Further, in some embodiments, when the low water level of the water supply tank 80 is detected, the residual water in the accommodation space 141 can be removed by performing the steps S50 to S70 without performing the water replenishment alarm.

FIG. 15 shows an example of a control method for a garment processing device.
In some embodiments, the low water level confirmation of the steam unit 40 is omitted, and when the low water level of the water supply tank 80 is confirmed, the water supply motor 45 is immediately operated to remove the residual water.

Since the water supply motor 45 may be operated only when water is required for the steam unit 40, a space sufficient to withstand a low water level is secured inside the steam unit 40.

Thereby, in some embodiments, when the low water level of the water supply tank 80 is confirmed, the water supply motor 45 is operated to flow the residual water of the accommodation space 141 into the steam unit 40.

Here, the water supply motor 45 can be sufficiently operated for a predetermined time to allow all the water remaining in the water supply tank 80 to flow to the steam unit 40.

Further, the water supply pump 45 may be operated after the alarm for the water replenishment error is given, or may be operated regardless of the alarm for the water replenishment error.

For example, in some embodiments, when a low water level in the water supply tank 80 is confirmed, all residual water or water remaining in the water supply tank 80 is moved to the steam unit 80, and then an alarm for a water replenishment error is executed. You can also do it.

By performing such a control process, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the user separates the water supply tank 80 in the process of transferring the water in the water supply tank 80 to the steam unit 40.

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It is a control method for clothing processing equipment.
The garment processing device
A processing chamber configured to accommodate clothing, a cycle chamber configured to accommodate mechanical devices, and a case partitioned into a tank installation space configured to accommodate separable tanks.
A steam unit located in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber.
A water supply tank installed in the tank installation space, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit.
A water supply pump configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit,
A lower rack arranged in the tank installation space and configured to be coupled to the water supply tank,
A containment defined by the lower rack, configured to be coupled to the steam unit, to supply water to the steam unit, and to store residual water discharged from the separation of the water supply tank. It has a space,
The stage of sensing the water level of the water supply tank and
At the stage of determining whether the water level of the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the first specific water level by sensing the water level of the water supply tank.
Since the water level of the water supply tank is determined to be equal to or lower than the first specific water level, the clothing includes a step of operating the water supply pump and moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit. How to control the processing device. It further comprises a step of detecting the water level of the water supply tank and then outputting a water replenishment alarm before moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. , The method for controlling a clothing processing apparatus according to claim 1. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. Control method. The garment according to claim 1, wherein the step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump includes operating the water supply pump for a predetermined time. How to control the processing device. At the stage of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump, it is determined that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit.
The method for controlling a clothing treatment device according to claim 1, further comprising stopping the operation of the water supply pump by determining that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit. The stage of sensing the water level in the steam unit and
A claim comprising the step of determining whether the water level in the steam unit is the second specific water level by sensing the water level in the steam unit and before sensing the water level in the water supply tank. Item 1. The method for controlling a clothing processing apparatus according to Item 1. The step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank includes sensing the water level of the water supply tank by determining that the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the second specific water level.
The method for controlling a garment processing apparatus according to claim 6. The method for controlling a garment processing device according to claim 1, wherein the accommodation space is connected to the tank installation space. The lower rack further comprises a water pocket that projects into the tank installation space and is configured to support the water supply tank by mounting the water supply tank, the inside of the water pocket further comprising the storage space. The control method of the garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, which is defined. The lower rack further comprises a water barrier protruding upward from the water pocket.
The control method for a garment processing device according to claim 9, wherein the inside of the water barrier further defines the accommodation space. The lower rack is
A drain tank configured to store condensed water and a lower base configured to attach the water supply tank,
A lower back that is connected to the lower base and separates the cycle chamber from the tank installation space along the tank module frame.
The first installation portion configured to mount the water supply tank comprises a lower bulkhead partitioning the second installation portion configured to mount the drain tank.
The method for controlling a garment processing device according to claim 1, wherein the first installation unit further defines the accommodation space. It is a control method for clothing processing equipment.
The garment processing device
In the processing chamber configured to hang clothes inside, the cycle chamber configured to install mechanical devices inside, and the tank installation space configured to install a separable tank inside. The compartmentalized case and
A steam unit located in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber.
A water supply tank installed in the tank installation space, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit.
A water supply pump configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit,
A lower rack arranged in the tank installation space and configured to be separably coupled to the water supply tank.
A containment defined by the lower rack, configured to be coupled to the steam unit, to supply water to the steam unit, and to store residual water discharged from the separation of the water supply tank. Including space,
The stage of sensing the water level in the steam unit and
A stage of determining whether the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the first specific water level based on the detection of the water level in the steam unit.
The stage of sensing the water level of the water supply tank and
Based on the detection of the water level in the water supply tank, the stage of determining whether the water level in the water supply tank is the second specific water level, and
By determining that the water level in the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the second specific water level, by operating the water supply pump, all the residual water stored in the accommodation space is moved to the steam unit and stored in the water supply tank. A method for controlling a clothing treatment device, comprising the step of moving all of the water to the water supply unit. It is a control method for clothing processing equipment.
A processing chamber configured to accommodate clothing, a cycle chamber configured to accommodate mechanical devices, and a case partitioned into a tank installation space configured to accommodate separable tanks.
A steam unit located in the cycle chamber and configured to supply steam to the processing chamber.
A water supply tank installed in the tank installation space, connected to the steam unit, and configured to supply water to the steam unit.
A water supply pump configured to supply water from the water supply tank to the steam unit,
A lower rack installed in the case and configured to be coupled to the water tank.
A storage space defined by the lower rack, configured to be coupled to the water supply tank, and configured to store residual water discharged during the separation process of the water supply tank is defined and connected to the storage space and the steam unit. It is equipped with a water pocket that defines the flow path to be formed.
The stage of sensing the water level of the water supply tank and
At the stage of determining whether the water level in the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the first specific water level based on the detection of the water level in the water supply tank.
By determining that the water level in the water supply tank is equal to or lower than the first specific water level, the water supply pump is operated to move the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit. Control method of clothing processing equipment. The lower rack is
A drain tank configured to store condensed water and a lower base to which the water supply tank is attached,
A lower back that is connected to the lower base and separates the cycle chamber from the tank installation space along the tank module frame.
The first installation portion configured to mount the water supply tank is provided with a lower partition wall for partitioning the first installation portion configured to mount the drain tank from the second installation portion.
The control method for a garment processing device according to claim 13, wherein the first installation unit further defines the accommodation space. It further comprises a step of detecting the water level of the water supply tank and then outputting a water replenishment alarm before moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. The control method for the garment processing apparatus according to claim 14. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 14, further comprising a step of outputting a water replenishment alarm after moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump. Control method. The step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump is
To determine that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit,
The method for controlling a garment treatment device according to claim 14, further comprising stopping the operation of the water supply pump by determining that all the water in the water supply tank has moved to the steam unit. The stage of sensing the water level in the steam unit and
It further comprises a step of determining whether the water level in the steam unit is the second specific water level by sensing the water level in the steam unit and before sensing the water level in the water supply tank. The control method for the garment processing apparatus according to claim 14. The step of sensing the water level of the water supply tank includes sensing the water level of the water supply tank by determining that the water level in the steam unit is equal to or lower than the second specific water level.
The control method for the garment processing apparatus according to claim 18. The garment according to claim 14, wherein the step of moving the residual water stored in the accommodation space to the steam unit by operating the water supply pump includes operating the water supply pump for a predetermined time. How to control the processing device.

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